Soft Drinks and Your Child’s Oral Health
Soft drinks are everywhere and are an extremely popular beverage choice for thousands of Americans. In fact, a recent Gallup poll noted that 48% of Americans drink an average of 2.6 soft drinks per...
View ArticleWhat’s Inside Your Teeth?
Anyone who has children has likely experienced the endless amounts of questions children ask. In regards to dentistry, your child may one day decide to ask what is inside their teeth. Even if they...
View ArticleElectric vs. Manual Toothbrushes: Which is Best?
To take some inspiration from Dr. Seuss,“One brush, two brush. Red brush, blue brush. Black brush, blue brush, old brush, new brush. This one has a little star, this one has a little car. Say! What a...
View ArticleThe 3 Steps of a Composite Filling
Tooth decay is so common in children that more children have tooth decay than asthma. In fact tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease. While there are certainly things you can do to...
View ArticleWays to Prevent Fluorosis
Fluoride is a mineral that has been safely used in dentistry to strengthen tooth enamel and prevent tooth decay. It is found in dental products such as toothpastes and mouthwashes, as well as being...
View ArticleDoes my Child Need a Sports Mouthguard?
Most parents have their child wear a helmet while riding their bike, floaties while learning how to swim, or elbow and knee pads when rollerblading or skateboarding. These are all common examples of...
View ArticleAdolescent Oral Health Concerns
Although many people associate pediatric dentistry with infants and young children, pediatric dentists see their fair share of adolescents. As these children begin to develop into adults, many things...
View ArticleThe Most Common Toothbrushing Mistakes
Teaching your child to brush their teeth is one of the most important things you can do for their oral health. However, you must also teach your child the correct brushing technique. Most children (and...
View ArticleHow Swimming Can Affect Your Child’s Oral Health
As the days get longer and warmer, many children anxiously await the arrival of summer. Summertime means no school, barbeques, and long days spent at the pool. Despite the fact that many children like...
View ArticleHow to Teach Your Child About Tooth Decay
As a parent, you probably know the importance of maintaining your child’s oral health. However, teaching your child to understand the importance of brushing twice a day and flossing daily is not always...
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